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Adrian Burnett Elementary

Elementary School · Knox County

4521 Brown Gap RD, Knoxville, TN 37918

Enrollment

564

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,148 of 1,786

In Knoxville

#43 of 82

public schools

In district

#45 of 88

Knox County

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Adrian Burnett Elementary

5.8/10

Elementary School in Knoxville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Shannondale Elementary

8.2/10

1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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4.7/10

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About Adrian Burnett Elementary

Adrian Burnett Elementary is a public elementary school in Knoxville, TN, part of Knox County. Adrian Burnett Elementary serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Adrian Burnett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,148 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Adrian Burnett Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Adrian Burnett Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.7 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-19.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,187
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Adrian Burnett Elementary — Students at Adrian Burnett Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 31.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
27.1%
ELA
32.1%
2025
Math
28.6%
ELA
27.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Adrian Burnett Elementary Compares

See how Adrian Burnett Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
36th percentile in TN
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4521 Brown Gap RD, Knoxville, TN 37918

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Adrian Burnett Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shannondale Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Halls Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Knoxville, see our Knoxville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Shannondale Elementary Knoxville 1.0 mi 8.2
Halls Middle School Knoxville 1.8 mi 4.7
Halls High School Knoxville 1.8 mi 4.6
Central High School Knoxville 2.0 mi 4.3
NATURES WAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 1.8 mi 6.2
GARDEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville 2.0 mi 7.7
Halls Elementary Knoxville 2.1 mi 8.0
Fountain City Elementary Knoxville 2.2 mi 7.6
Gresham Middle School Knoxville 2.4 mi 4.3
Ritta Elementary Knoxville 2.7 mi 5.9
Richard Yoakley School Knoxville 3.4 mi 5.6
Whittle Springs Middle School Knoxville 3.6 mi 5.1
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Knoxville 3.4 mi 6.8
Spring Hill Elementary Knoxville 3.8 mi 4.8
Tennessee Virtual Academy Knoxville 3.9 mi 4.4
Tennessee Virtual Junior High School Knoxville 3.9 mi 2.6
BEREAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Knoxville 4.1 mi 7.2
Brickey McCloud Elementary Knoxville 3.6 mi 6.5
Belle Morris Elementary Knoxville 4.5 mi 4.1
Sterchi Elementary Knoxville 4.2 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37918 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,311

Median Home Value

$237,500

Median Rent

$1,102/mo

Population

45,978

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Adrian Burnett Elementary

What grades does Adrian Burnett Elementary serve?

Adrian Burnett Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Adrian Burnett Elementary?

Adrian Burnett Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Adrian Burnett Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Adrian Burnett Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Adrian Burnett Elementary rank in TN?

Adrian Burnett Elementary ranks #1,148 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Adrian Burnett Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Adrian Burnett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Adrian Burnett Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Adrian Burnett Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Adrian Burnett Elementary a charter school?

No, Adrian Burnett Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Adrian Burnett Elementary a Title I school?

No, Adrian Burnett Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Knox County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

Knox County
District Enrollment
60,604
Schools in District
94
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,187
District Rank
#45 of 88

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